1. J0704-Business Plan Business Plan Exhibits Session 24

2. J0704-Business Plan In everything one must consider the end – Jean de La Fontaine Make sure your exhibits help tell your story

3. J0704-Business Plan The Elements of Exhibits Table of Contents of Exhibits Exhibits

4. J0704-Business Plan Exhibits Business Plan Support Documents Research findings on your industry, market and competitors that are too cumbersome to enclose in the appropriate sections of the business plan Resumes, personal financial statements, and credits report Equipment, fixture, furniture, and signage lists, including costs Start-up inventory, including costs

5. J0704-Business Plan Exhibits Marketing materials Sales brochure Fliers Menus Technological reports or product descriptions intended for customers Manufacturing materials Technological reports Specifications Engineering drawings Equipments descriptions

6. J0704-Business Plan Exhibits Legal Documents A copy of business license Other pertinent license A copy of any fictitious business name statements A copy of certificate of incorporation A copy of the statement of partnership or agreement of formation Facility documentation A copy of the lease A preliminary title report and copy of the contract (if you’re buying the facility) A layout or floor plan Strategic photograph of your facility

7. J0704-Business Plan Exhibits Insurance coverage Worker’s compensation insurance Liability insurance Life insurance Fire, burglary and business-interruption insurance Inventory insurance Product liability insurance Error and omissions insurance

8. J0704-Business Plan Exhibits Business References Trade references Lender references Previous or current partner and business references Endorsements from sources or customers Purchase agreements or letters of intent from current or future customers Photograph of your operation Other financial documentation Personal tax returns Co-investor’s tax returns

9. J0704-Business Plan The final touches Check the text The text that is accurate, easy to read, and well organized conveys professionalism and credibility